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  • CHC Navigation launches RS7 Handheld SLAM Scanner

    CHC Navigation launches RS7 Handheld SLAM Scanner

    Designed for BIM, indoor surveying and reality capture

    CHC Navigation announced the RS7, a new handheld SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) scanning solution, unveiled at the 2026 CHCNAV Connect Partner Conference.

    Built for BIM documentation, indoor surveying, renovation planning and complex spatial analysis, the CHCNAV RS7 is designed to help professionals capture high density 3D data efficiently and convert it into practical deliverables through CHCNAV’s software and cloud ecosystem.

    “Customers no longer evaluate hardware in isolation. They expect an end-to-end solution that shortens the path from 3D data capture to deliverables,” said Byron Yuan, senior vice president of CHCNAV. “CHCNAV RS7 combines high performance mobile scanning with an integrated workflow to support efficient operation in complex indoor environments.”

    High-density capture with multi-sensor fusion

    CHCNAV RS7 integrates a next generation lidar scanner capable of measuring up to 1.15 million points per second. Its wide field of view (360° x 189°) supports comprehensive coverage of floors, walls and ceilings, helping reduce the need for repeated passes and complex capture maneuvers in tight or cluttered spaces.

    RS7 also includes a high-precision inertial measurement unit with bias stability better than 0.5°/h. By combining lidar and inertial data, the system is designed to maintain stable motion estimation and consistent point-cloud quality in environments that challenge many mobile workflows, including long corridors, repetitive structures, and feature limited interiors.

    Integrated field-to-office workflow with cloud processing

    RS7 is supported by CHCNAV software ecosystem that covers scan setup, data review, and post processing. With integration to CHCNAV CoCloud, teams can adopt a “Cloud + Terminal” workflow for centralized management of projects and data. Field datasets can be uploaded for automated processing to generate common deliverables such as registered point clouds and mesh models.

    By automating key processing steps, the workflow can reduce turnaround time and lower the technical threshold required to convert raw capture into outputs suitable for design review, documentation, and downstream CAD or BIM tasks.

    High-fidelity visualization with 3D gaussian splatting outputs

    Beyond geometric data, CHCNAV RS7 is designed to support realistic visualization for communication and review. It features dual 12-megapixel cameras optimized for low light capture. Using the CHCNAV HPGS 2.0 engine, the workflow supports 3D gaussian splatting (3DGS) outputs that deliver photorealistic scene rendering while retaining spatial context. These outputs can help stakeholders understand conditions on site, support progress tracking, and improve collaboration across surveying, engineering, and construction teams.

  • Topcon introduces CR-S1 reality capture handheld scanning system

    Topcon introduces CR-S1 reality capture handheld scanning system

    Topcon Positioning Systems has introduced the CR-S1, a handheld scanning system that combines ldar, panoramic cameras, visual SLAM cameras, and a GNSS antenna in a single device.

    The CR-S1 expands the company’s Capture Reality portfolio as a higher‑performance option alongside the CR‑S2. It offers increased point‑cloud density, extended scanning range, and upgraded panoramic imaging.

    The CR-S1 uses Topcon’s Collage mass-data software ecosystem central to a connected workflow.

    For added positioning accuracy, the CR‑S1 can be connected to the Topnet Live RTK GNSS corrections service.

    The system is primarily intended for surveying and construction. It is also well-suited for applications such as land surveying, tunnel surveying and modeling, forestry analysis, mining operations, utility mapping, and powerline inspection.

    “Customers are looking for flexibility and efficient workflows, and our scanning portfolio and software are designed to support these needs through simplified processes, open integrations and mixed‑fleet compatibility,” said Ron Oberlander, head of the Topcon Geomatics Platform. “With Collage serving as the central data hub supporting inputs from multiple sensors, users can obtain accurate, detailed information for decision‑making.”

    Software support includes MAGNET Flow for Android and iOS devices, MAGNET Bridge for SLAM data desktop processing, and Collage Web.

    Topcon Collage Web is a cloud‑based platform for fast visualization, exploration, and sharing of 3D point‑cloud data directly in a web browser. It enables users to easily view and inspect datasets while supporting efficient collaboration across projects. Through the Collage Cloud Connector desktop application, projects are seamlessly synchronized with Collage Web, allowing smooth integration with Autodesk and ClearEdge3D software. This workflow supports mixed fleets and diverse industry systems, ensuring efficient data exchange and consistent project access across desktop and cloud environments.

    Mounting options include backpack and front‑pack configurations for hands-free, load-bearing scanning while walking, as well as rover–pole operation. An adapter for mounting the CR-S1 on a vehicle for mobile mapping is also available.

    The CR‑S1 is being showcased at Geo Week 2026, Feb. 16–18, in Denver, Colorado. It will be available through the Topcon dealer network with training and support.